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Cutting Edge
Ophthalmology
Research in Erie, PA

Spearheaded by Dr David Almeida MD, MBA, PhD

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Erie Retina Research

Spearheaded by Dr David Almeida, MD, MBA, PhD, Erie Retina Research offers cutting edge surgical and pharmaceutical ophthalmic research. Our team is fast paced, energetic, innovative and proud of our groundbreaking work and practices in Erie, PA. We can help facilitate studies, bring products to market, collaborate on ophthalmology-related research, and more. We bring groundbreaking studies to our community and we are focused on vision and committed to empowering sight through science.

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We are passionate about bringing world class
ophthalmology research to the Erie area.

Meet Our Doctor

David RP Almeida, MD, MBA, PhD

Surgery & Diseases of the Retina, Vitreous & Macula | Erie Retinal Surgery Director of Clinical Research | Erie Retina Research

David RP Almeida, MD, MBA, PhD

David RP Almeida, MD MBA PhD, is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon. He completed an

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Honors Bachelor of Science (University of Toronto, Canada)

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PhD in Pharmaceutical Drug Research (University of Szeged, Hungary)

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MBA in Healthcare Management (The George Washington University, USA)

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Medical School (Queen’s University, Canada)

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Ophthalmology Residency (Queen’s University, Canada)

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Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery Fellowship (University of Iowa, USA)

Dr. Almeida is part of Erie Retinal Surgery and Director of Clinical Research at Erie Retina Research. Dr. Almeida has over 200 peer-reviewed publications and over 150 national and international conferences and keynote presentations.

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"Through research each scientist grows as a human being and helps others to do likewise."

-Pope John II

By the Numbers

Erie Retina Research

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Over 200 Peer Reviewed Papers
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Over 150 National and International Conference and Keynote Presentations
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25+ Studies Currently Enrolling
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We are on the Leaderboard for 80% of the Trials We Work on
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6 "First Patient In" Awards in 2023
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Actively researching vision since 2005
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500+ Patients Enrolled in Studies
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8% of Americans suffer from vision impairment

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Clinical Study

Clinical trial research is of paramount importance in advancing the field of ophthalmology. It provides evidence for the safety and efficacy of novel treatments, improves existing therapies, enhances our understanding of disease mechanisms, and contributes to the overall advancement of medical knowledge. Clinical trials are crucial for developing new interventions, optimizing treatment strategies, and improving patient outcomes in ophthalmic conditions. Therefore, continued investment in clinical trial research in ophthalmology is critical for addressing the unmet needs of patients with eye diseases and improving their visual outcomes.

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